[Walking Tour] Discover the Best of Brest in 2 hours

4.8 (107 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 2 hours Free cancellation

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Caroline : your guide — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The view on the harbour from the cable cars — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Brest, France's westernmost city, is wildly different from what you would expect to see in a French city. Vastly destroyed during the war, it takes pride in its special position at the "end of the land" and its lively, quirky people. During this 2 hour tour, we'll go find the culture and the hidden gems that make our city so special.

From the Town Hall Plaza to the urban cable cars, we'll be walking through Brest's culture, past and present. We'll learn about its architecture and history, and get a nice introduction to the culture and history of Brittany.

It will depart at 10.30am from the Multiplexe Liberté, which is a cinema on the main square (tram stop: Liberté). If you are coming from a cruise, you'll be dropped right in front of the square, the cinema is the rusty looking building on the right. I will be the girl with the little hulahoops on my back!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–25
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Brest Walking Tours

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Youth (13–21 years) · Adults (22–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English and French guides

Not included

Not included: Ticket for the ride back on the Cable cars
Not included: Food and Drink

Itinerary

Rue de Siam

Passing by

Brest’s shopping quarters, it is named after a Siamese delegation (modern day Thailand) that passed by in 1686, that left the onlookers durably amazed.
National Maritime Museum

Passing by

Brest Castle. From the Roman castellum to Vauban's citadel, its history spans over 1700 years. It is to this day still a military fortress at a highly strategic location, and hosts the National Museum of Navy.
Jardin des Explorateurs

10 min

A cute botanical garden with an incredible view over the Castle and the bay. It was made to honour the explorers that left from the port of Brest in the 18th century, and came back carrying plants and seeds from faraway islands. A century later, in 1975, Brest Botanical Conservatory opened, becoming the first-ever to vow to protect endangered species in the world.
Tour de la Motte Tanguy

Passing by

This tower is a souvenir of the 100 years war, some 8 centuries ago, and also the museum of the city of Brest. There you can see dioramas of what Brest was before.
Rue Saint-Malo

Passing by

Brest's treasured remains of what the city was before World War II, this street was saved by a brave lady and the association Vivre la Rue. A time capsule at the feet of the Capucins.
Les Ateliers Des Capucins

20 min

Looking at this enormous former military building, that is now Brest's newest arts and culture hub, we'll understand how Brest is turning its eyes towards the future while never forgetting what's made her so unique.
Stop 7

10 min Admission not included

Brest's flashiest new addition: a cable car system to tie together the two historic parts of Brest: Brest-même and Recouvrance. We'll use it to return to the city or take the tram if there is an issue with the cable cars (it happens).

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

In front of the Cinéma Multiplexe Liberté, I'll be the girl with the pink hulahoops on my back!

End point

We'll end at the Capucins, where you can either take the cable cars back to the City Centre or hang out in Brest's newest cultural district, best views of the harbour guaranteed.

Using your ticket

Just come to see me at the meeting point, and I'll verify your booking in a second! No need to print, just have it on your phone.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for people who have difficulties standing and walking for a couple of hours, we'll be walking less than 3 km over 2 hours, at a leisurely pace.